2016/06/22 Council Agenda Packet

6 along with the registration and application deadlines for this funding opportunity. Select the "Apply Online"button in the"Action" column to register for this funding opportunity and create an application in the system. 7. Follow the directions in GMS to submit an application consistent with this solicitation.Once submitted, GMS will display a confirmation screen stating the submission was successful. Important: In some instances, applicants must wait for GMS approval before submitting an application. OJP urges applicants to submit the application at least 72 hours prior to the application due date. Note: Duplicate Applications If an applicant submits multiple versions of the same application, BJA will review only the most recent system-validated version submitted. See Note on"File Names and File Types" under How to Apply. Experiencing Unforeseen GMS Technical issues Applicants that experience unforeseen GMS technical issues beyond their control that prevent them from submitting their application by the deadline must contact the GMS Help Desk or the SAM Help Desk(Federal Service Desk)to report the technical issue and receive a tracking number.Then the applicant must email the BJA contact identified in the Contact Information section on page 2 within 24 hours after the application deadline and request approval to submit their application.The email must describe the technical difficulties and include a timeline of the applicant's submission efforts,the complete grant application, the applicant's DUNS number, and any GMS Help Desk or SAM tracking number(s). Note: BJA does not approve requests automatically.After the program office reviews the submission, and contacts the GMS Help Desk to validate the reported technical issues, OJP will inform the applicant whether the request to submit a late application has been approved or denied. if OJP determines that the applicant failed to follow all required procedures,which resulted in an untimely application submission, OJP will deny the applicant's request to submit their application. • The following conditions are generally insufficient to justify late submissions: • Failure to register in SAM or GMS in sufficient time (SAM registration and renewal can take as long as 10 business days to complete) • Failure to follow GMS instructions on how to register and apply as posted on the GMS website • Failure to follow each instruction in the OJP solicitation • Technical issues with the applicant's computer or information technology environment, including firewalls, browser incompatibility, etc. Notifications regarding known technical problems with GMS, if any, are posted at the top of the OJP funding web page at http://oip.gov/funding/index.htm. E. Application Review Information Review Process OJP is committed to ensuring a fair and open process for awarding grants. BJA reviews the application to make sure that the information presented is reasonable, understandable, • 24 BJA-2016-9020 117